Clinical Dietitian

Day (United States of America)

Clinical Dietitian

The Clinical Dietitian I (CD I) provides evidence based nutrition care to adult and/or pediatric patients in an acute care hospital setting. This entry level position is responsible for nutritional assessment, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation in collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support optimal patient outcomes. Advancement between Clinical Dietitian levels will be based on both experience and competency achievement..  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments
• Provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for patients with acute and chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, renal disease, gastrointestinal disorders, cardiovascular disease, malnutrition)
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, updating care plans as appropriate
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and communicate nutrition recommendations to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families as appropriate to level of care
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes clearly and accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with regulatory and hospital standards
• Screen patients for nutrition risk and prioritize care based on acuity
• Follow hospital policies, clinical guidelines, and evidence‑based practice standards
• May support enteral and parenteral nutrition monitoring
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of clinical nutrition principles and medical nutrition therapy
• Familiarity with acute care disease states and nutrition implications
• Strong clinical judgment and critical‑thinking skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and basic computer applications
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize patient care in a fast‑paced environment

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field from an ACEND‑accredited program
  (Master’s degree preferred)

Credentials

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Licensed or license‑eligible as a dietitian in Florida

Experience

• Entry‑level position 0-3 years of clinical nutrition experience, preferably in an acute care hospital setting
• Clinical internship required
• Acute care clinical rotation experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout patient care areas
• Ability to communicate clearly in person and by phone
• May require lifting or carrying light materials (e.g., educational resources)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Acute care hospital environment
• Exposure to communicable diseases consistent with healthcare settings
• May require occasional weekend or holiday coverage per department needs